Laying a Foundation: Rich Ernst

For more than 45 years, Rich and Marcia Ernst faithfully served in Papua New Guinea—planting churches, training leaders, and sharing the hope of the Gospel. Their story is one of perseverance, joy, and unwavering commitment to the call of God.

On this episode of Cloud of Witnesses, we introduce you to missionary Rich Ernst. Together with his wife, Marcia, Rich faithfully served in Papua New Guinea for more than 45 years. As pioneers in ABWE’s early work there, their ministry included church planting, evangelism, and seminary leadership—laying a foundation that continues to impact lives for Christ today.


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